MAINTENANCE REPAIRER 2

State of Louisiana; Monroe (LA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

The Louisiana Office of Juvenile Justice, Swanson Center for Youth in Monroe, seeks a skilled Maintenance Repairer 2 to perform semi-skilled maintenance and groundskeeping across its facilities. The role combines hands-on repairs with custodial duties to maintain safe and well-kept environments for youth and staff.

Requirements include 2 years in building trades or a related program, or a 2-year vocational program in construction, with opportunities to advance within a state agency.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience or training in building trades, maintenance, or grounds duties.
• Completion of a two-year vocational program in building construction or related field.
• Twelve semester hours in construction management, construction technology, or engineering.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair campus facilities, equipment, and grounds for safe, efficient operations.
• Perform general repairs to buildings, facilities, appliances, and equipment; assist with welding and blueprint reading.
• Inspect equipment to identify repair needs and support field repair techniques.
• Operate heavy-duty vehicles and equipment essential to facility operations.
• Replace parts and adjust campus systems to ensure functionality.
• Perform custodial tasks to ensure cleanliness and safety.

Skills

Maintenance

Groundskeeping

Carpentry

Education

Two-year vocational program in general building construction

Twelve semester hours in construction management/engineering

Tools

Blueprint reading

Welding

Job description

Office of Juvenile Justice

Swanson Center for Youth-Monroe

4701 S. Grand St., Monroe, Louisiana 71202

https://ojj.la.gov/location/swanson-center-for-youth-monroe

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The Louisiana Office of Juvenile Justice (OJJ) is committed to protecting the public by providing safe and effective individualized services to youth, who will become productive, law-abiding citizens. We are seeking a skilled and dependable Maintenance Repairer 2 to perform a variety of semi-skilled maintenance and repair tasks at one of its secure care facilities or administrative offices. This position plays a vital role in maintaining safe, functional, and well-kept environments for youth and staff. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in general maintenance and a commitment to public service.

• Two years of experience or training in the building construction trades, building maintenance, maintenance or repair of mechanical equipment, or as a parks building and grounds attendant; OR
• Completion of a two-year vocational technical program in general building construction, construction technology, or engineering; OR
• Twelve semester hours in construction management, construction technology, or engineering, or any combination of these courses.

The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.

Job Duties:

This position is responsible for maintaining and repairing campus facilities, equipment, and grounds to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable operations. The role combines hands-on maintenance work with groundskeeping and custodial duties, requiring versatility and technical skill across multiple trades.

• Maintenance Duties

  • Perform general repairs to buildings, facilities, appliances, and equipment.

  • Carry out automotive, electrical, carpentry, and limited appliance repair work independently or with staff support.

  • Inspect equipment to identify costly repair needs and assist with welding, blueprint reading, and field repair techniques.

  • Operate heavy-duty vehicles and specialized equipment essential to facility operations.

  • Replace parts, make adjustments, and ensure functionality of campus systems.

• Grounds & Janitorial Service

  • Maintain campus grounds, including lawn care and use of chemical products

  • Perform custodial tasks to ensure cleanliness and safety of facilities.

  • Interact with the public occasionally while performing duties.

  • Complete additional assignments as directed by supervisory staff.

Position-Specific Details:

Appointment Type: Full time, probational

Work Location: This vacancy is located at Swanson Center for Youth in Monroe, Louisiana.

Career Progression: This position does not participate in a Career Progression Group.

The incumbent of this position must not have been convicted or pled nolo contendere to a crime listed in R.S. 15:587.1 (c).

The Office of Juvenile Justice is a State as a Model Employer (SAME) agency that supports improved employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities. For more information on employment-related resources available for those with disabilities, refer to the Louisiana Employment Resource Guide.

NOTE: Prior to an appointment, the selected applicant must take and pass a drug screening test, possess a valid Louisiana Driver's License, and clear a background check.